soak

Example Sentences

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The beauty of these ingredients is that they don’t require the long citrus soak associated with traditional ceviche.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

With less of a regulatory nudge, companies can soak up round after round of funding from investors looking for exponential returns.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Bar terraces are buzzing with activity into late evenings again as people try to soak in every bit of sun after the long winter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Southampton City Council regulates the maximum fares for licensed hackney carriage vehicles within the city boundary, which means drivers have to "bite the bullet" and soak up those increased costs, McMillan said.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

I sat there for a long time, letting the sun soak in, waiting in vain for it to warm my heart.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate